Customer Questions and Answers for Thermostat (Temperature Control) by Ge

This temperature-control thermostat senses compartment heat with a capillary bulb and cycles the heating circuit to maintain your set temperature. Replacing a worn thermostat restores more consistent performance and helps correct underheating, overheating, and erratic temperature swings.

• Regulates heat to match the temperature you set
• Senses temperature via an integral capillary tube and sensor bulb
• Opens and closes contacts to control the heating element or burner
• Failure symptoms can include long warm-up, inaccurate temps, overheating, or uneven results

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off gas; allow the unit to cool completely.
• Handle the capillary tube carefully—do not kink, crease, or cut it.
• Route the sensor bulb and tubing through original clips and path for accurate sensing.
• After installation, perform temperature calibration per service instructions if required.